Andrew Hutchinson+FollowMedicaid Cuts: Who’s Really Losing?Major drama on Capitol Hill: a new GOP budget could slash Medicaid by $715 billion, putting millions at risk of losing coverage and making it even harder for struggling hospitals to keep their doors open. Experts say over 8.6 million people could lose their healthcare, and hospitals serving low-income families are sounding the alarm. The bill also brings stricter work requirements, higher costs, and big changes to long-term care. This could get messy—what do you think? #MedicaidCuts #HealthcareCrisis #PolicyDebate #HospitalImpact #BudgetBattle #Health99141Share
edwardspeter+FollowMedicaid Cuts Could Hit Harder Than You ThinkCongress is eyeing big Medicaid cuts, and it’s not just numbers on a spreadsheet—real families and doctors could feel the pain. Black and Latino doctors, who already make up a small slice of U.S. physicians, are more likely to serve Medicaid patients. If funding drops, clinics could close, kids could lose coverage, and health gaps could get even wider. Imagine ERs packed and fewer docs who understand your culture or language. This isn’t just about insurance—it’s about entire communities losing their lifeline. #MedicaidCuts #HealthEquity #HealthcareAccess #CommunityCare #Health150107Share
opowell+Follow"Wait, We Spend HOW MUCH on Healthcare?!" The Truth RevealedAmerican healthcare costs are skyrocketing, and the data paints a concerning picture when compared globally: 1. Rural hospitals face significant financial challenges, with 44% reporting negative operating margins in 2023, despite special payment designations supporting 96% of them. 2. Medicare covers a larger share of hospital discharges in rural vs. urban areas (53% vs. 45%), while Medicaid finances nearly half (47%) of all rural births. 3. The financial health of rural hospitals is particularly concerning as Congress considers reducing federal Medicaid spending by up to $880 billion over the next decade. 4. States that adopted ACA Medicaid expansion show improved hospital finances - only 41% of rural hospitals in expansion states had negative margins compared to 50% in non-expansion states. 5. From 2017-2024, rural America lost a net 52 hospitals, with closures (62) far outpacing openings (10), threatening both healthcare access and local economies. The sustainability of our healthcare system demands urgent attention as policymakers weigh difficult budget decisions. #healthcare #ruralhospitals #medicaid #medicareexpansion #healthpolicy #healthcareaccess #medicaidcuts30Share
Ashley Johnson+FollowNursing Homes Face Major Medicaid ShakeupCongress is eyeing cuts to Medicaid provider taxes, and nursing homes are sweating. These taxes are a lifeline—providers pay a fee, the feds match it, and that money keeps the lights on for care. If the cuts go through, already underfunded nursing homes could get squeezed even harder, meaning less care for residents. AHCA’s Clif Porter says, “A cut is a cut is a cut,” and warns that any reduction could be a big blow. This debate is heating up! #MedicaidCuts #NursingHomes #HealthcareNews #Congress #SeniorCare #Health124162Share
